MkIII Capri 1600 - L, LS, GL, Laser - 1978-1986
Engine4-Cyl. In line
CrankshaftFive main bearings
Bore x Stroke87.67mm x 66mm (3.45in x 2.60in)
Capacity1593cc (97.2 cu in)
ValvesOverhead camshaft
Compression ratio9.2 : 1
Fuel systemSingle Motorcraft GPD carburettor
Maximum power72bhp at 5500rpm (73bhp at 5300rpm from late 1979)
Maximum torque87 lb ft (12kgm) at 2700rpm (86lb ft (11.9kgm) from late 1979)
TransmissionFour speed manual gearbox, fully synchronised. Optional three speed automatic, optional five speed manual from 1983
Gear Ratios 1978-834th 1.00, 3rd 1.37, 2nd 1.97, 1st 3.65, rev 3.16
Gear Ratios 1983-865th 0.825, 4th 1.00, 3rd 1.1.37, 2nd 1.97, 1st 3.65, rev 3.16
Final drive3.770
Top gear speed17.8mph (28.6kmh) per 1000rpm
BrakesFront disc / rear drum, servo assisted
Wheels / TyresSports wheels and 185/70 13 tyres on LS/Laser, 5.5in wheels on GL from 1980
Length172.8in (4376mm)
Wheelbase100.9in (2563mm)
Width66.9in (1698mm)
Height51.2in (1323mm)
Front Track53.3in (1353mm)
Rear Track54.5in (1384mm)
Unladen weight2293lb (1040kg)
Top speed98 mph (157kph)
0-60mph13.5 secs

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